Jet2 has issued a critical reminder for pregnant travellers, warning that those beyond 35 weeks of pregnancy for single pregnancies or 33 weeks for multiple pregnancies may be turned away at the airport. The airline has also highlighted a 27-week threshold requiring a medical certificate.
Jet2holidays Pregnancy Travel Policy
According to the Jet2holidays website, the airline cannot carry pregnant passengers after the end of the 35th week for single pregnancies or the 33rd week for multiple pregnancies, such as twins. From 27 weeks onward, expectant mothers must provide a doctor's certificate confirming their stage of pregnancy and fitness to fly. Without this document, Jet2 reserves the right to refuse carriage.
The policy states: "We can't carry expectant mothers after the end of the 35th week of pregnancy in the case of a single pregnancy, or the end of the 33rd week of pregnancy in the case of multiple pregnancies (for example, twins)." It adds: "After the end of the 27th week of pregnancy, expectant mothers must provide us with a doctor's certificate confirming their stage of pregnancy and that they are fit to fly, failing which, we reserve the right to refuse carriage."
Fit to Fly Certificate Requirements
Jet2 requires one of the following documents for pregnant travellers:
- A Fit to Fly certificate from a doctor or midwife on surgery or hospital headed paper, signed and dated within seven days of departure and 16 days of return.
- A pregnancy Fit to Fly certificate provided by Jet2 and completed by a medical professional, signed and stamped for verification.
The airline also notes that a fit to fly certificate may be needed for other medical conditions, and passengers can call 0333 006 8798 for more information. Certificates must be dated within 30 days of departure.
NHS Advice for Flying While Pregnant
The NHS states that flying is not harmful to the mother or baby, but advises discussing any health issues or complications with a doctor or midwife before flying. The chance of going into labour increases after 37 weeks (32 weeks for twins), and some airlines restrict travel near the due date.
After 28 weeks, airlines may require a letter from a doctor or midwife confirming the due date and no complications. Passengers should allow several weeks to obtain this letter, which may incur a fee. For long-distance flights over four hours, the NHS recommends drinking plenty of water, moving regularly every 30 minutes, and considering compression stockings to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis.
